Ivan is an easygoing gorilla. Living at the Exit 8 Big Top Mall and Video Arcade, he has grown accustomed to humans watching him through the glass walls of his domain. He rarely misses his life in the jungle. In fact, he hardly ever thinks about it at all.Instead, Ivan thinks about TV shows he's see[...]
Winner of the 2013 Newbery Medal and a #1 New York Times bestseller, this stirring and unforgettable novel from renowned author Katherine Applegate celebrates the transformative power of unexpected friendship. Inspired by the true story of a captive gorilla known as Ivan, this illustrated novel is t[...]
"When you reach for the moon sometimes you land among the stars."
Santiago's biggest dream is to perform on stage. But when he doesn't get the lead role in the school play, he can't help but doubt himself. Encouraged by his father's inspiring words, Santiago rebuilds his confidence and finds th[...]